Head of Legal

Description & Requirements

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity to shape the legal function of a thriving international energy trading company? S.E.T. Select Energy GmbH is currently looking for a Head of Legal (Junior / Growth Role) for prompt employment at our Hamburg Headquarters.

We're seeking a talented and motivated lawyer to join our team in Hamburg and grow with us as we expand internationally. We offer a competitive compensation package tailored to your experience and qualifications, along with a whole host of amazing benefits that will help you thrive both professionally and personally.

Founded in 1985, we can look back at 40 years of experience, solid reputation and successful operations in the international oil and energy markets. S.E.T. is an independent, private and family-owned medium-sized Energy Trading company operating across multiple international jurisdictions.

Your Role & Responsibilities

Legal Advice & Internal Point of Contact

• Act as the primary internal legal contact for the entire Group, covering all domestic and international group entities
• Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters, escalating complex issues to senior external counsel where appropriate
• Support management and business units with pragmatic, solution-oriented legal input

Contracts & Commercial Support

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including commercial, supply, and offtake agreements
• Handle shipping- and logistics-related contracts (e.g. charterparties, service agreements)
• Develop, standardize, and continuously improve contract templates and legal processes

Corporate Governance & Entity Compliance

• Manage day-to-day corporate governance and corporate housekeeping for all group entities, including international subsidiaries across multiple jurisdictions
• Support the development, optimization, and ongoing maintenance of the Group's international corporate structure, ensuring it remains efficient, scalable, and aligned with the business' growth strategy
• Act as the central point of contact for entity management and compliance matters, ensuring continuous entity compliance in close cooperation with internal stakeholders and external advisors

Litigation & External Counsel Coordination

• Coordinate litigation, disputes, and claims across jurisdictions
• Act as the central interface to external law firms and advisors, supported by senior legal experts

Compliance & Regulatory Development

• Support the implementation and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures
• Build expertise in regulatory, sanctions, and trade-related topics over time, supported by structured guidance and training

Your Qualifications

• Fully qualified lawyer (German Volljurist or equivalent international qualification)
• 2–5 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in the corporate practice of a top-tier international law firm, and/or in a relevant industry environment (e.g. energy, commodity trading, shipping, infrastructure)
• Strong foundation in corporate and commercial law with a clear ambition to grow into a broader legal role
• Experience or exposure to shipping, commodity trading, or international trade is a strong plus
• Excellent command of English and German (written and spoken); additional languages are an advantage
• Willingness to take ownership and grow with the business in a dynamic environment

Personal Attributes:

• High integrity, reliability, and strong sense of ownership
• Curious, learning-oriented mindset with ambition to grow into responsibility
• Pragmatic, hands-on, and solution-driven approach
• Clear communicator, comfortable working closely with senior management and international stakeholders
• Confident enough to take responsibility, pragmatic enough to seek guidance when needed

Here's what makes working with us great

Unique Growth Opportunity:
A long-term growth opportunity to build and shape the Group's legal function with very high international exposure across multiple jurisdictions and business areas

Steep Learning Curve:
Early and broad responsibility with direct access to experienced senior lawyers for mentoring, training, and sparring

High-Growth Environment:
Close proximity to management and decision-making in a dynamic, international setting

Competitive Salary & Benefits:
We believe in rewarding our employees fairly. You'll receive a competitive compensation package that reflects your skills and experience, aligned with responsibility and development potential

Modern Work Environment:
We have a flat hierarchy that encourages open communication and collaboration. You'll enjoy a positive team spirit and plenty of opportunities to learn and grow

Strategic Location:
Hamburg, one of Europe's key hubs for trading, shipping, and international business. International relocation is possible in the future

Work-Life Balance:
We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. That's why we offer flexible work arrangements, including the opportunity to work partly from home (by arrangement)

Relocation Support:
Moving to Hamburg? No problem We'll provide you with visa and legal support to make your transition as smooth as possible. We even offer free German classes to help you get settled in

Perks & Wellbeing:
We offer a variety of perks to help you stay happy and healthy. These include a free smartphone, a fresh fruit basket in the office, free drinks, and a monthly public transport pass. We also provide a free Wellhub App that gives you access to over sports and leisure facilities worldwide, as well as JobRad, a subsidized bike leasing program

Continuous Learning & Development:
We're committed to your professional growth. We offer opportunities to participate in conferences and seminars to help you stay ahead of the curve and advance your career

Fun & Camaraderie:
We believe in building strong relationships within our team. We regularly host team events and company-wide gatherings to foster a sense of belonging and celebrate our achievements together

Reporting Line:
Managing Director / CFO

Travel:
International (project-based)

Start Date:
As soon as possible

We look forward to receiving your application via e-mail to -